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Batch Photo Editing Workflow

Import, AI-edit, and export in one pipeline. As a studio or product photographer, you'll get a uniform look across 1,000 shots in minutes.

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  • DPReview
  • Shotkit
  • Expert Photography
  • Fstoppers
  • PetaPixel

Every edit your listings need, handled automatically

  • Background Mask

    Remove or replace backgrounds for marketing materials. Create polished composites for corporate clients.

  • Crop

    Uniform framing for multi-photographer operations. Visual consistency across all event types.

  • Culling Studio

    Sort through thousands of photos in minutes. Selects the best shots – cutting culling time by up to 75%.

  • Perspective correction

    Fix tilted walls and converging verticals automatically. Your interiors look architecturally accurate.

  • Sky Replacement

    Replace overcast skies with bright blue alternatives using AI sky replacement. Turn dull exteriors into listing photos that pop — every exterior shot, in any we

  • Smooth Skin

    Apply natural retouching to high-volume portraits. Flattering results for VIPs, executives, and attendees.

  • Straighten

    Level horizons and correct tilted angles instantly. Professional composition on stage shots and group photos.

  • Windows Pull

    Recover blown-out window details instantly, so your interior shots get ideal indoor and outdoor clarity

Reviews from those who know best.

  • Rated 5 out of 5

    “The term 'game changer' gets thrown out a lot, but for any busy photographer, this software will change your life.”

    Michael AntonyMichael Antony Photography, USA
  • Rated 5 out of 5

    “My survival is due to Imagen… I would MARVEL at how little I had to adjust.”

    Charmi Patel PeñaWedding Photographer, USA
  • Rated 5 out of 5

    “It’s so refreshing to start with a high level of quality, and it leaves me with much more energy to spend on my favorite photos.”

    Sam HurdSam Hurd Photography, USA
  • Rated 5 out of 5

    “Discovering Imagen has been like someone inventing toilet paper. Simply essential and now life is unthinkable without it. I now know that those years of editing backlogs are a thing of the past. I'm truly grateful.”

    Sarah EdmundsPortrait & Wedding Photographer, Italy
  • Rated 5 out of 5

    “It’s a must for me after my culling process. Love Imagen since day one.”

    Fer JuaristiFer Juaristi Photography, Mexico
  • Rated 5 out of 5

    “Thanks to Imagen, I can actually enjoy editing… I have recovered hundreds of hours back.”

    Daniel AlonsoPeople TrueLove Tellers, Spain

Imagen cuts editing time by up to 96%

Stop spending countless hours on repetitive editing tasks.
Focus on what matters most: your creativity and your clients.

  • 96% Faster editing

    Cut your post-production time dramatically with AI-powered automation.

  • Instant color correction

    Apply consistent edits across hundreds of photos in seconds, not hours.

  • Automated culling

    Let AI identify and remove blurry shots, duplicates, and closed eyes automatically.

  • Batch processing

    Edit entire events shoots or portrait sessions while you focus on your next creative work.

Next-morning delivery

Deliver galleries by 9 AM

You'll cut your edit time by 90% and deliver galleries fast. Import your product shots, apply your Personal AI Profile, and export finished images with one batch photo editing workflow.

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Uniform studio results

Match every studio portrait

You won't worry about mismatched galleries across several photographers. Imagen gives your high-volume studio one simple pipeline to process every headshot with the exact same look.

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Imagen’s AI Editing and Retouching Tools

  • Crop & Straighten

    AI levels tilted horizons and crops every photo around its subject, automatically, across your whole shoot. Review and adjust every result in Lightroom Classic.

  • HDR Merge

    Automatically combine 3–9 bracketed exposures into one perfectly balanced photo using an AI HDR photo merge tool that handles indoor and outdoor lighting in one shot.

  • Smooth Skin

    Smooth Skin finds every face, masks the skin and softens it automatically, so every portrait looks polished and natural without manual retouching.

  • Object removal

    Object Removal automatically detects and removes exit signs, fire alarms, fire extinguishers, and fire stickers from your photos — across your entire gallery, in the cloud, without Photoshop.

  • Batch Editing

    Edit thousands of photos in your style automatically. Imagen's AI learns your editing preferences and applies them consistently across entire projects, so you deliver faster without losing your creative touch.

  • Whiten Teeth

    Whiten Teeth detects and brightens teeth in each photo automatically, so every smile looks its best without manual retouching.

  • Perspective Correction

    Automatically fix distorted lines and tilted horizons using an AI image perspective correction tool that analyzes each photo, with full control to review and adjust every result.

  • Portrait Crop

    Automatically crop hundreds of portrait photos to a consistent frame using an AI portrait crop tool that detects each subject and places them perfectly — so every face lands exactly where it should.

  • Headshot Crop

    Automatically crop headshots with an AI headshot photo cropper that detects every subject and frames each shot consistently, with full control to review and adjust every result.

  • Background Mask

    Mask the background in every photo automatically and adjust its exposure, color and texture on their own, so your subject stands out. Review and refine every result in Lightroom Classic.

  • Denoise

    Remove grain from high-ISO and low-light RAW photos automatically. Imagen sets the strength for each photo, keeps the detail and your editing style, and sends the results to Lightroom Classic.

  • Background Extraction

    Automatically extract subjects from any photo using an AI-powered background remover that keeps edges clean, detail sharp, and every result ready to review.

  • Window Pull

    Balance bright windows with indoor subjects using an AI-powered tool that detects overexposed areas and pulls back highlights, with full control to review and adjust every result.

  • Export to a Gallery

    Export final JPEGs straight from Imagen to Pic-Time galleries or your local folder. Complete your entire workflow from camera to client, without switching apps.

  • Remove Duplicate Photos

    Imagen's AI culling groups similar shots and keeps only the best. Duplicate Removal happens automatically, so you review fewer photos and deliver faster.

  • Eye Blink Detection

    Imagen's AI analyzes every face in your photos and detects closed eyes automatically. Blink Detection flags the issue so you keep the shots where everyone looks their best.

  • Subject Masking

    Imagen's AI Subject Mask finds the main subject in every photo and adjusts it on its own, so it stands out. No manual brushwork, no repetitive masking: consistent results across your whole project, ready in Lightroom Classic.

  • Sharpness Check

    Automatically detect the sharpest photos in every set using an AI-powered Sharpness Check that analyzes focus accuracy — so you cull faster and choose with confidence.

  • Backup Original RAW files

    Automatically back up your original RAW files to secure cloud storage as you work — so your client photos are always protected, without any extra steps.

  • High-Res Optimized Storage

    Store full-resolution photos at up to 75% smaller file size — so your photo storage goes 4x further, uploads faster, and your work stays protected without the cost of raw file bloat.

  • Imagen API

    The Imagen API lets developers connect Imagen's AI editing engine directly to any app, platform, or workflow — so your photos get edited automatically, at any scale, without the desktop app.

  • Stray Hair

    Stray Hair detects flyaways in each portrait and removes them automatically, so every photo looks polished without hours of manual retouching.

  • Face Retouch

    Face Retouch detects and corrects common skin imperfections in each portrait. Blemishes, under-eye shadows, uneven texture; so every photo looks polished without tedious manual work.

Scalable plans to enhance your workflow

Get started with 1,000 free edits. Edit your projects faster without sacrificing quality.

  • Pay-as-you-go

    Pay only for what you need

    Starting at

    US$0.05 / photo

    US$7/monthly base fee

    Any unused balance rolls over to next month as editing credit

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    • Monthly charge based on use
    • Cancel anytime
    • Composition, masking, and more with AI tools. Charge per photo.AI tools are smart editing features that automate adjustments like crop, straighten, and skin smoothing.
  • Limitless

    One simple price for unlimited use

    Billed annuallyBilled monthly

    US$129US$165 / month

    Save US$432/year

    Start for free
    • For photographers who shoot their own work
    • All editing, retouching, and AI tools included
    • AI culling included

* Looking for Imagen for Real Estate? The web app for real estate is priced separately. See real estate pricing

* Not sure which plan? Start with Pay-as-you-go and switch later.

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Faster editing time
96%
Saving on editing costs
90%
Typical turnaround
24h

Frequently asked questions

What is the best approach to studio and product photographers editing?

The best approach focuses on building a consistent batch photo editing workflow that handles high volumes of images fast. When you shoot in a controlled studio, you need your final images to look identical across an entire catalog. You don't want to spend 10 hours manually tweaking sliders just to make the subject pop and keep the background perfectly clean. We give you a complete pipeline to import, edit, and export your photos in one smooth motion. You keep total control over the final look while the AI does the heavy lifting. You train a Personal AI Profile on your previous work, and it learns exactly how you handle lighting, color, and contrast. This means you'll process 1,000 product shots in minutes instead of days. You get your time back to focus on booking more clients or planning your next big shoot. The AI applies your specific style to every single image, ensuring the subject looks perfect against any backdrop. You review the results, make any quick final adjustments, and export everything directly to your clients.

How do you maintain consistent colors across a large batch of product photos?

You maintain consistent colors by using an automated batch photo editing workflow that learns your exact style. Shooting in a studio means you rely on precise lighting, but minor shifts happen when you move the subject or adjust the background. You don't have to manually fix these tiny variations across 500 photos and drain your energy. Imagen analyzes your previous edits to understand exactly how you balance white points, shadows, and color grading. It creates your Personal AI Profile to apply those exact preferences to your new shoots. You'll simply import your raw files, apply your profile, and watch the AI process the entire catalog in minutes. The system adjusts every photo individually while keeping the overall look perfectly uniform. Your subjects always retain accurate colors, and your backdrops stay perfectly neutral. You remain in complete control of the final gallery. You just review the edits, tweak a few sliders if necessary, and export the finished images to your client. You save hours of tedious work while sending back flawless consistency.

How is an AI pipeline different from manually editing studio photos in Photoshop?

An AI pipeline edits your entire catalog at once instead of forcing you to open and tweak one photo at a time. Manual editing requires you to mask the subject, clean the background, and adjust colors for every single frame. This takes up to 5 minutes per image, which ruins your turnaround time when you have 800 items to deliver. A batch photo editing workflow changes the entire process by applying your unique style to hundreds of photos in just a few minutes. You'll import your gallery into Imagen, apply your Personal AI Profile, and get fully edited images back almost instantly. The AI understands how you treat lighting and contrast, so it makes precise adjustments to match your exact standards. You get consistent results across the entire studio session without staring at a screen all night. You don't lose control at any point. You review the final gallery, make any quick adjustments to specific files, and export the job. You cut your editing time by 90% and keep your clients happy.

Does this automated process work directly with my camera raw files?

Yes, the system works directly with your raw files to give you the highest quality output possible. When you shoot a complex subject in the studio, you need all the data your camera captures to get the details right. JPEG files compress this data and limit how much you can adjust the lighting or fix a bright background. Our batch photo editing workflow reads your raw files and applies your Personal AI Profile without altering the original file. You'll import your raw formats directly from your camera or hard drive, and the AI processes them based on your past editing decisions. The software understands the dynamic range of your specific camera and adjusts the exposure, contrast, and color balance perfectly. You don't lose any image quality during the process. Once the AI finishes, you review the raw adjustments in your preferred software. You keep total control to tweak any sliders before you export the final images for your client. You get the speed of automation with the quality of raw data.

How does an AI workflow affect my client turnaround time for product shoots?

An AI workflow cuts your turnaround time from weeks down to a few days or even hours. When a client hires you for a studio session, they usually want their images immediately to launch their new marketing campaigns. Manually adjusting the subject and fixing the background for 2,000 photos creates a massive bottleneck in your business. You won't end up working late nights just to meet your deadlines anymore. A batch photo editing workflow removes this bottleneck completely. You'll import your files, run them through your Personal AI Profile, and get a fully edited catalog back in minutes. Imagen processes your photos at lightning speed while maintaining your exact creative style. You spend 30 minutes reviewing the gallery instead of 30 hours manually adjusting sliders. You export the final files and deliver the gallery to your client faster than they expect. This speed helps you book more jobs, impress your current clients, and increase your overall revenue without working harder. You get your life back while growing your photography business.

Can the AI handle different lighting setups from various studio sessions?

The AI easily adapts to different lighting setups because it learns the core principles of your editing style. You might shoot a dark and moody product campaign on Monday and a bright e-commerce catalog on Tuesday. Your subject changes, your background changes, and your strobe power varies. A rigid preset doesn't work here because it applies the exact same math to every photo regardless of the starting point. Our batch photo editing workflow actually analyzes the lighting in each individual image before making adjustments. Your Personal AI Profile understands how you prefer your final exposure and contrast to look. It looks at the specific studio conditions of the raw file and calculates the exact adjustments needed to reach your standard. You'll get perfectly exposed images whether you used harsh direct flash or soft continuous light. You import your mixed catalogs, let the AI process the files, and review the consistent results. You stay in control of the final tweaks before you export the gallery.

How many past photos do I need to create my own editing profile?

You need 3,000 previously edited photos to build a highly accurate Personal AI Profile. This number gives the system enough data to understand exactly how you handle different lighting conditions, colors, and contrast levels. When you shoot in a studio, you make hundreds of micro decisions about how the subject looks against the background. The AI needs to see these decisions across a wide variety of your past work to replicate your style perfectly. You'll simply upload your previous catalogs, and the system learns your unique approach to color grading and exposure. Once your profile finishes training, you plug it into your batch photo editing workflow for all future shoots. If you don't have 3,000 photos ready, you can use our pre-trained AI Profiles to get started immediately. You can tweak these profiles to fit your needs and start saving time right away. You keep full creative control over the final look, and you export finished galleries faster than ever before.

Will this workflow help me separate my subject from the background?

Yes, the workflow uses advanced masking to help you adjust your subject and background independently. Studio photography often requires you to brighten the product while keeping the backdrop perfectly dark or neutral. Doing this manually with a brush tool on 500 photos takes days of tedious work. Our batch photo editing workflow automates this process by recognizing exactly what is in the frame. The AI automatically creates precise masks for the main item and the backdrop in every single image. Your Personal AI Profile then applies your specific editing preferences to these separate areas. You'll get a perfectly exposed product that pops off a clean backdrop without lifting a finger. You import your raw files, apply your profile with masking enabled, and watch the software do the heavy lifting. You don't have to spend hours painting masks by hand. You review the automated masks, make any final tweaks to the contrast or color, and export the finished images to your client.

Does the batch process automatically crop and straighten my product photos?

The batch process automatically crops and straightens your photos to give you a perfectly uniform gallery. When you photograph products in a studio, you often shoot handheld to get different angles quickly. This creates slight variations in framing and horizon lines across your catalog. You don't have to fix these minor framing issues manually, which eats up hours of your time and delays your delivery. Our batch photo editing workflow includes smart tools that analyze the geometry of every single image. The AI identifies the subject and keeps it sits perfectly centered or aligned based on your preferences. It also detects the edges of your background or table and perfectly levels the horizon. You'll import your session, select the crop and straighten features, and let Imagen process the entire catalog in minutes. You get a perfectly aligned set of images that look incredibly professional. You review the framing, make any quick adjustments, and export the entire batch directly to your client.

What happens if I want to change the edits after the AI finishes?

You can easily change any edit because the AI applies all adjustments without altering your original files. We built this batch photo editing workflow to keep you in total control of your final images. The AI acts as your fast and reliable assistant, not your replacement. When Imagen finishes processing your studio session, it returns standard slider adjustments to your editing software. You'll click on any photo and see exactly how the AI adjusted the exposure, shadows, and color balance. If you want the subject a bit brighter or the background a bit cooler, you don't have to jump through hoops. You just move the sliders exactly like you normally do. The system even learns from these final tweaks to make your Personal AI Profile smarter for your next shoot. You import your files, let the AI do 95% of the work, and apply your final artistic touch. You export a perfect gallery that matches your exact vision while saving hours of manual labor.

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